In honor of Veterans Day, many businesses offer free meals, deals and discounts to veterans, active service members, reservists and retired military. We've compiled a list of this year's best Veterans Day freebies.

A member of the honor guard waits for the arrival of visitors to the annual Veterans Day Observance Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014. Americans marked Veterans Day on Tuesday with parades, speeches and military discounts, while in Europe the holiday known as Armistice Day held special meaning in the centennial year of the start of World War I.

Tuesday, November 11th is Veterans Day, so we at Brad's Deals would like to take a moment and thank the brave men and women who make up the United States military for their service, their sacrifices and their courage.

As a symbol of this country's deep appreciation for our veterans, active service members, reservists and retired military members, many businesses offer free meals, deals and discounts to service members on Veterans Day. We've compiled a list of this year's best Veterans Day freebies.

Remember, in order to receive these offers you may need to provide proof of military service. This can be done in the following ways:

Many establishments won't be very strict on this, but it's always best to be prepared. It's also a good idea to call ahead before redeeming a free meal or discount on Veterans Day as some chain locations may not be participating in these promotions.

Kingsmill Resort –25% discount off regular room rates on stays November 7-13 for veterans and active duty military

Knott's Berry Farm – Free admission for veterans and active duty military personnel and one guest from November 2, 2014 to January 4, 2015

Mariners’ Museum – $5 off admission from Saturday, November 8 to Tuesday, November 11 for active duty and retired military, veterans and their families

Mohegan Sun -- Mohegan Sun offers active and retired military members a special hotel $99.00 room rate available from Monday, November 10 to Thursday, November 13. Special $99 hotel room rate between Monday November 10 and Thursday, November 13 for active and retired military members

Queen Mary – Free admission to active service members, retired military personnel, veterans and special discounts for their family members

SeaWorld – 50% off single-day admission tickets through November 11 for veterans and active duty military

Sesame Place -- 50% off single-day admission tickets through November 11 for veterans and active duty military

World of Coca-Cola –Free admission for active duty, reserves and retirees. (Vets and active duty military can purchase up to 4 half-price tickets for friends and family between November 8 through November 16)

Retail Discounts Available on Veterans DayThese offers are good on Tuesday, November 11 unless stated otherwise.

If you've got loved ones in the armed forces, share this list with them. Every member of our dedicated Armed Forces deserves a hearty dose of appreciation, and nothing says "thank you" better than freebies!

Did we miss something? Are there Veterans Day specials where you work? Let us know in the comments.

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